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Is it safe to use resorcinol topically on face during pregnancy?

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Dr. Oscar Novick answered

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Resorcinol: It is safe to use resorcinol on your face during pregnancy as well as for the fetus.

Dr Mays agreed

Answered 9/28/2016

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